1. Q: I have submitted my application for Chinese visa and get the visa approved. But I now decide to cancel the trip to China. Do I still need to pay for the unused visa?

A: Yes, you need to pay once your visa is approved. No refund is possible even if the visa is not used.

2. Q: Is there a list of travel agencies or visa service companies certified by the Chinese Consulate General to handle visa applications?

A: No. You can submit your application through any travel agency or visa service company you trust. However, no visa application can be dropped off by courier service.

3. Q: Is appointment required for visa application?

A: No.

4. Q: Where can I find the information on travel agencies or visa service companies who can help me in applying for my Chinese visa?

A: The Chinese Consulate General suggests that you could search the local yellow page for the information on travel agencies or visa service companies operating in Chiang Mai or Northern Thailand.

5. Q: We have a group of people to travel together. Can we just ask one of them to submit the visa applications for the whole group?

A: Yes. However, make sure that each applicant fills out and signs the application form by himself/herself.

6. Q: Is a written authorization required of a friend, relative, travel agency or visa service company for them to submit visa application for the applicant?

A: No. No written authorization is required. However, the application form must be filled out and signed by the applicant himself/herself.

About Chinese Visa

1. Q: To apply for a Chinese visa, do I need to drop off my application in person?

A: No, you don't have to. Instead, you may ask your family or a travel agency to do that for you.

2. Q: Do I have to make an appointment before I come?

A: No.

3. Q: Information on your web site indicates a Chinese visa normally permits the holder to stay in China for 30 days. What if I have to stay in China for over 30 days?

A: If you do need to stay in China for over 30 days, please specify that in your application form. But it is up to the consul to decide how many days you may have. And once you are in China, you may go to the local public security bureau for visa extension.

4. Q: What is the validity of a Chinese visa? What is its connection with my duration of stay in China?

A: A Chinese visa is usually valid for 3 months with 30 days of duration of stay. It means that you may enter China on any day within 3 months of its issuance and continue to stay for another 30 days.

5. Q: If I am planning a trip to China, what is your suggestion about the best timing for me to drop off my application for a Chinese visa and book the plane ticket?

A: We suggest you drop off your application 1 month before your departure and book your plane ticket after your visa is approved.

For any other questions not covered above, you may write us an email to chinavisa.cm@gmail.com or call us at 053-280380 between 2:00 and 4:00pm weekdays.